The Gazzettadello Sport indicate that his availability will determine CesarePrandelli’s likely tactics against Roy Hodgson’s men, as well as who else may make the starting XI.

Should the 21-year-old be passed fit, it is seen that he will play alongside Andrea Pirlo in a formation similar to that seen against Luxembourg.

However, should Verratti not make the game, then a 4-1-4-1 shape may be put in place, and that this latter option would see Lorenzo Insigne preferred to Antonio Cassano, for his ability to better cover the entire wing.

Italy's training yesterday saw a 4-3-3 shape with Insigne and Ciro Immobile notably used alongside the more senior members of the team.